Kenny Doughty has left his fans in shock with the surprise announcement that he's "quitting" social media, having deleted his Twitter account amidst the platform's pervasive negativity.
The actor, renowned for his role as DS Aiden Healy on the hit series Vera for eight seasons, had previously announced over a year ago his departure from the show, where he became a fan favourite alongside Brenda Blethyn's DCI Stanhope.
The rumour mill went into overdrive after Kenny posted a series of nostalgic behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram, accompanied by a heartfelt "Thanks for the memories." This sparked rumours and worry among the show's loyal viewers that Kenny was stepping down, a suspicion that was confirmed last year when he officially announced his exit.
In a touching tribute, he expressed gratitude to his co-stars, especially his close friend Brenda Blethyn, and the multitude of international fans who adored his character, as reported by Chronicle Live.
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